Mayors CRIMINALLY REFERRED to DOJ
During a recent House Oversight Committee hearing, Republican lawmakers scrutinized the mayors of Boston, Chicago, Denver, and New York City over their "sanctuary city" policies, which limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
Representative Anna Paulina Luna announced plans to refer these mayors to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for investigation, asserting that their policies might violate federal law by providing safe havens for undocumented immigrants.
Sanctuary city policies directly undermine national security, strain local resources, and put American citizens at risk. By refusing to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement, these mayors are not just defying federal law—they are actively enabling illegal immigration at the expense of public safety.
Crime rates have surged in many of these cities, with violent offenders who should have been deported being released back into communities due to lax enforcement policies. Conservatives believe that the DOJ must take strong action against these mayors, holding them accountable for endangering their own residents, violating federal immigration laws, and prioritizing political agendas over the well-being of law-abiding Americans. axios.com+2apnews.com+2axios.com+2axios.com+2axios.com+2nypost.com+2
The mayors defended their positions, emphasizing that their policies are designed to foster trust between law enforcement and immigrant communities, thereby enhancing public safety. They argued that local law enforcement should not be tasked with federal immigration duties, as this could deter individuals from reporting crimes or cooperating in investigations.
Sanctuary policies have done the exact opposite of enhancing public safety. Instead of creating trust, these policies have emboldened criminals, allowing repeat offenders to remain on the streets rather than being deported. Time and again, cases have emerged where violent felons, previously arrested and released due to sanctuary policies, have gone on to commit heinous crimes.
Law enforcement officers across the country have voiced frustration over these policies, which tie their hands and prevent them from working effectively with federal agencies to uphold the law.
Conservatives argue that no city should be allowed to override federal immigration laws, and these reckless policies must be abolished to protect American citizens from preventable crimes. apnews.com+1nypost.com+1
The DOJ has yet to respond to the referral, and it remains uncertain whether any formal investigations will be initiated. This development underscores the ongoing national debate over immigration policy and the balance of authority between federal and local governments.
If the DOJ fails to act, it will further confirm that federal agencies have been weaponized to protect left-wing policies while punishing political opponents.
Under past administrations, Republican-led states and officials have faced aggressive legal battles over far less, yet Democratic mayors openly defy federal immigration laws with little to no consequences.
The refusal to enforce immigration laws not only undermines federal authority but also sets a dangerous precedent where cities can pick and choose which laws they want to follow.
Accountability is long overdue—if these mayors are violating federal law, the DOJ must act decisively to restore order and reaffirm that no city, no politician, and no ideology is above the law.
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